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Discussion in 'Coral' started by Matt121, Feb 10, 2011.

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  1. Matt121

    Matt121 Fire Worm

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    Can anyone tell me what this is?

    It looks like my rock is growing a beard.

    Thanks
    Matt

    [​IMG]
     
    Matt121, Feb 10, 2011
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  2. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    I dont exactly see anything except rock and a hammer or GSP on the bottom of the pic.

    Try and get a better pic of what exactly we are ID'ing.
     
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  3. evolved

    evolved Wrasse Freak

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    I see a rock with coralline on it. :)

    Can you get a more clear picture or point out what it is you're seeing?
     
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  4. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    It is a type of algae. It is the reddish brown stripes.
     
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  5. Matt121

    Matt121 Fire Worm

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    I hope this pic helps

    [​IMG]

    it looks like brown hair

    Thanks
    Matt
     
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  6. Steve Goldsmith

    Steve Goldsmith Fire Shrimp

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    cyano maybe? if it is, ChemiClean, flow, and water changes are needed.
     
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  7. Matt121

    Matt121 Fire Worm

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    Is it really that bad? I'm not keen on using chemicals in my tank I'm trying to keep it as natural as possible
     
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  8. FaceOfDeceit

    FaceOfDeceit Hockey Beard

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    Algae is natural. ;)
     
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  9. Matt121

    Matt121 Fire Worm

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    Lol so does anyone have any idea what it is?
     
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  10. evolved

    evolved Wrasse Freak

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    And you don't need any chemicals to take care of a little cyano. Address the nutrient problem (ie - find the source) and it will go away on it's own.
     
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